Christina Pascucci reports for the KTLA 5 Morning News on Dec. 16, 2020.

Amid some optimism, the Writers Guild of America and Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers are meeting again Friday in an attempt to end the multi-month strike that's halted much of Hollywood. Friday, the 144th day of the writers strike, marks the third day of this particular negotiating period after talks resumed Wednesday.

While no resolution has been announced, the participation of entertainment industry leaders Donna Langley of NBCUniversal, Bob Iger of Disney, Ted Sarandos of Netflix and David Zaslav of Warner Bros. Discovery shows increasing pressure on the industry to get a deal done that would return thousands of entertainment industry employees to work.

KTLA's Chris Wolfe reports on September 22, 2023.

Details: https://ktla.com/news/local-news/lets-get-this-deal-done-writers-union-studios-continue-discussions/

LAX announced Friday that it has opened a new parking facility with features such as contactless exit and entry and shuttle bus tracking, all included to enhance customers’ experience. https://trib.al/FSkZwEK

Security cameras captured the moment an antique Buddha statue worth $1.5 million was stolen from a Los Angeles art gallery. The bronze sculpture was stolen on Sept. 18 from the Barakat Gallery in Beverly Grove around 3:45 a.m., officials said.

Weighing 250 pounds, the artifact dates back to Japan’s Edo Period (1603-1867), according to gallery owners. It was believed to have been commissioned for the centerpiece of a temple.

KTLA's Jacqueline Sarkissian reports on September 22, 2023.

Proposed low-cost housing at UCLA is being delayed after University of California Regents put the breaks on dorms over concerns that the rooms may be too small.

Obesity is becoming more prevalent across the United States, according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In 2021, 19 states saw at least 35% of adults with a body mass index of 30 or more, the government’s obesity threshold. In 2022, that increased to 22 states. Sept. 22, 2023. Story: https://ktla.com/news/new-map-shows-states-with-the-highest-and-lowest-obesity-rates/

A man was detained after an altercation with Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department deputies in La Puente earlier this week. https://ktla.com/news/local-news/video-man-subdued-by-deputies-after-approaching-lasd-vehicle-with-metal-vent-cover/

Two years after controversy surrounded a homeless encampment and fence erected at Echo Park Lake, Canada geese are the controversy du jour, according to the Los Angeles Times.

This video aired on the KTLA 5 Morning News on Sept. 22, 2023.

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A woman traveling with her young daughter was caught hiding more than 5 pounds of heroin in a diaper bag, according to the U.S. Border Patrol.

This video aired on the KTLA 5 Morning News on Sept. 22, 2023.

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California will let insurance companies consider climate change when setting their prices, the state's chief regulator announced Thursday, a move aimed at preventing insurers from fleeing the state over fears of massive losses from wildfires and other natural disasters.

Erin Myers reports for the KTLA 5 Morning News on Sept. 22, 2023.

Details: ktla.com/ap-business/ap-wildfire-prone-california-to-consider-new-rules-for-property-insurance-pricing/

With House Speaker Kevin McCarthy's latest funding plan in ruins and lawmakers leaving town for the weekend, there's no endgame in sight as hard-right Republicans push dangerously closer to a disruptive federal shutdown.

Ellina Abovian reports for the KTLA 5 Morning News on Sept. 22, 2023.

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Amid some optimism, the Writers Guild of America and Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers are meeting again Friday in an attempt to end the multi-month strike that's halted much of Hollywood.

Eric Spillman reports for the KTLA 5 Morning News on Sept. 22, 2023.

Details: ktla.com/news/local-news/lets-get-this-deal-done-writers-union-studios-continue-discussions/

A big fight took place in the stands during Thursday night’s NFL game at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara.